HPPSC HPAS Syllabus 2024 and Exam Pattern, Download PDF

HPPSC HPAS Syllabus 2024

The Himachal Pradesh PSC releases the HPPSC HPAS syllabus 2024. Aspirants must grasp the syllabus prescribed by the Commission to prepare effectively. The HPPSC HPAS selection comprises 3 stages.

The syllabus includes English, Hindi, General Studies and electives. The Prelims and Mains syllabus aids preparation. Grasping the English, Hindi, General Studies and elective subjects’ syllabus enables aspirants to prepare thoroughly.

Focusing efforts on the prescribed syllabus helps aspirants ready themselves for the 3 selection stages. Preparation centered on the given syllabus is key to performing well on the HPAS exam.

HPPSC HPAS Syllabus 2024 Overview

Particulars	Details
Exam Name	HPPSC HPAS 2024
Exam Conducting Body	Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission
Post Name	HP Administrative Services HP Police Services
Vacancy	To be Notified
Category	HPPSC HPAS Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2024
HPPSC HPAS Selection Process	Prelims, Mains, and Personality Test/Interview
Marking Scheme	Prelims- 400 marks Mains- 1100 marks
Job Location	Himachal Pradesh
Official Website	hppsc.hp.gov.in

HPPSC HPAS 2024 – Download Syllabus PDF

Aspirants must download the latest HPPSC HPAS 2024 syllabus PDF to guide preparation. The syllabus outlines subjects for Prelims and Mains. Understanding the prescribed English, Hindi, General Studies and electives is key. The syllabus PDF enables focused preparation for the 3 stage selection process. Candidates should grasp the syllabus content to perform well on the 2024 HPAS exam. Downloading the official syllabus PDF helps aspirants strategically prepare.

Candidates can download the syllabus PDF from the direct link given below in this article.

Himachal Pradesh Civil Service Prelims Exam 2024

The HPAS Prelims comprises 2 objective papers with 400 maximum marks. It serves as a screening test, marks do not determine final merit. The Mains and Interview marks decide the final list. Though the 2024 syllabus will release with the notification, previous years’ syllabus provides an indication. Candidates should review subjects outlined to understand the Prelims syllabus.

HPPSC HPAS Prelims Exam Pattern

Himachal Pradesh HPAS Prelims Exam is the first stage of the recruitment process. The test contains two papers and paper contains 100 multiple-choice objective type questions for each paper.

HPPSC HPAS Prelims Exam Pattern 2024

Paper	Subject	Marks	Questions	Time Duration
I	General Studies	200	100	2 hours
II	General Studies (Aptitude Test)	200	100	2 hours
	Total	400

As per the latest marking scheme, there shall be a negative marking of 1/3rd mark for every wrong answer in prelims. However, the aptitude test (Paper-II) of the HPAS prelims exam is qualifying in nature, with qualifying marks fixed at 33%.

HPPSC HPAS Prelims Exam Syllabus

The Prelims syllabus covers two papers – General Studies I and General Studies II (Aptitude Test). Each 200 mark paper has 100 multiple choice questions. The objective screening papers total 400 marks. Understanding the broad General Studies subjects and aptitude topics outlined in the syllabus is key for focused Prelims preparation.

HPPSC HPAS Prelims Exam Syllabus 2024

Paper-I: General Studies

1. History, Geography, Political, Art & Culture, and Socio-Economic Development of Himachal Pradesh.
2. Current events of National and International importance.
3. History of India and Indian National Movement.
4. Indian and World Geography – Physical, Social, and Economic Geography of India and the world.
5. Indian Polity and Governance – Constitution, Political System, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Rights issues, etc.
6. Economic and Social Development – Sustainable Development, Poverty, Inclusion, Demographics, Social Sector initiatives, etc.
7. General issues on Environmental Ecology, Bio-diversity, and Climate Change – that do not require subject specialization.
8. General Science.

Paper-II: Aptitude Test

1. Comprehension.
2. Interpersonal skills, including communication skills.
3. Logical reasoning and analytical ability.
4. Decision-making and problem-solving.
5. General mental ability.
6. Basic numeracy (numbers and their relations, orders of magnitude, etc. – Class X level).
7. Data interpretation (charts, graphs, tables, data sufficiency, etc. – Class X level).
8. English Language comprehension skills (Class X level).

Himachal Pradesh Civil Service Mains Exam 2024

The Himachal Pradesh Civil Service Mains Exam 2024 tests candidate’s depth of knowledge. The mains exam covers 8 papers of conventional essay type questions across set syllabus areas. Thorough subject knowledge and analytical skills are essential to qualify this stage.

HPPSC HPAS Mains Exam Pattern

The HPAS mains syllabus covers 8 papers across set subject areas. Paper I is English, Paper II is Hindi, Paper III is Essay writing. Papers IV, V and VI are General Studies I, II and III respectively. Papers VII and VIII are optional subjects selected by the candidate. All the papers are compulsory.

HPPSC HPAS Mains Exam Pattern 2024

Paper	Nature	Subject	Marks	Time Duration
I	Qualifying	English	100	3 hours
II	Qualifying	Hindi	100	3 hours
III	Compulsory	Essay	100	3 hours
IV	Compulsory	General Studies-I	200	3 hours
V	Compulsory	General Studies-II	200	3 hours
VI	Compulsory	General Studies-III	200	3 hours
VII	Optional	Optional Paper I	100	3 hours
VIII	Optional	Optional Paper II	100	3 hours
	Viva Voce	Interview	150

HPPSC HPAS Mains Exam Syllabus

The detailed syllabus of HPAS Mains Exam as per HPPSC are as follows:

Paper I: English

1. English Grammar
2. Usage and vocabulary
3. English Composition – Letter/Application/Report/Note writing
4. Comprehension of unseen passages
5. Precise Writing

Paper II: Hindi

1. Translation of an English passage into Hindi
2. Translation of Hindi passage into English
3. Explanation of Hindi passage in Prose and Poetry
4. Composition (Idioms, corrections, etc.)

Paper III: Essay

1. Current affairs
2. Socio-political issues
3. Socio-economic issues
4. Aspects of culture and history
5. Reflective topics to test candidates’ understanding and expression in English or Hindi language.

Paper IV: General Studies – I

Unit One

Sub-Unit 1: Historical Perspective of Indian Cultural Heritage

• Literature and Art forms from ancient times to 1947.
• Modern Indian history from mid – 18th century till 1980.
• Freedom Struggle covering various stages and the role of eminent persons from different parts of India.

Sub-Unit 2: Industrial Revolution, Fascist Ideology, and World Wars

• Industrial Revolution and the emergence of Capitalism.
• Fascist Ideology and its global implications.
• World Wars and boundary settlements after the First and the Second World Wars.
• Concept of Decolonization, Nationalism, Socialism, Globalization, and concept of Modernity.

Sub Unit 3: Emergence and Growth of Early Medieval States in HP

• Kangra, Kullu, and Chamba.
• Hill States and their relations with the Mughals and the Sikhs.
• Gorkha invasion and consequences, Treaty of Sugauli.
• Political and Administrative structure under the Colonial power.
• Grants, Sanads, and territorial aggression.
• Socio-Economic conditions under colonial period with special reference to social practices of Beth, Begar, and Reet.
• Establishment of British Cantonments.
• National Movement with special reference to Praja Mandal movements in Himachal Pradesh, 1848-1948.
• Five Year Plans and vision for the Hill State.
• Survey of artistic and cultural Heritage (Temples, Buddhist Monasteries, and Paintings) relevant to the State of Himachal Pradesh.

Unit Two

Sub Unit 1: Introduction to Disasters

• Concepts, definitions, disaster classifications including natural and man-made disasters.
• Social and Environmental impacts of disasters.
• Disaster profile of the country.
• Approaches to Disaster Risk Reductions.
• Disaster management models. Roles and responsibilities of stakeholders including community.
• Interrelationship of disaster and development.
• Disaster management in India including Disaster Management ACT 2005, National and state policies, Plans and institutional mechanism in the country.

Sub Unit 2: Geographical Introduction to India

• India as a unit of Geographical Study.
• Physical Geography of India.
• Human Aspects of Geography in India.

Sub Unit 3: Geography of Himachal Pradesh

• Relief, Drainage, Vegetation cover and types.
• Climate and climatic zones in Himachal Pradesh.
• Geographical Regions of Himachal Pradesh.
• Human Aspects: Population distribution, Urbanisation pattern.
• Policies: Forest, Industrial and Tourism Policies, Growth of Industrial areas and types of Industries in Himachal, Employment generation and potential, Scope of future Industrialization, Hazard Vulnerability and Risk Profile of Himachal Pradesh.

Paper V: General Studies – II

Unit One

Constitution of India

• Historical underpinning, evolution, salient features.
• Significant provisions including Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles of State Policy, Fundamental Duties.
• Amending process and important Constitutional Amendments and theory of basic structure.
• Parliament and State legislatures and functioning of the Union and State Executive and the Judiciary.
• Functions and responsibilities of Union and States.
• Issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure, devolution of powers and finances up-to local level and challenges therein.
• Salient features of the Representation of People’s Act.
• Appointments to various constitutional posts, powers, functions and responsibilities of various constitutional bodies in India.
• Reorganization and politics of statehood.
• Development of political parties, major Political parties and their support base and performance in the Assembly and Parliamentary elections in Himachal Pradesh.
• Politics of sub-regionalism and pressure groups in the State.
• Structure, organization and functioning of Statutory, Regulatory and various Quasi-Judicial bodies in Himachal Pradesh.

Unit Two

Governance and Institutional Framework

• Institutional framework development in various sectors in India.
• Governance, Good governance, Citizen Charters, effective public service delivery, transparency, accountability and ethics in governance in India.
• District Administration: Changing role of Deputy Commissioner.
• Local self-government in urban and rural areas in India.
• Role of Non-Government Organizations (NGOs).
• Self Help Groups (SHGs) and Civil Society in Governance in India.
• Bodies constituted, Policies, Programmes and Schemes for welfare of Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Women, Minorities, Backward classes, Differently-abled persons, and children in India.
• Issues relating to the quality of life covering livelihood, poverty, hunger, disease and social inclusiveness.
• Governance in Himachal Pradesh.
• The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Guarantee Act 2011.
• Right to Information Act, 2005 and rules made thereunder by the Himachal Pradesh Government.
• Administrative reforms for effective public service delivery in Himachal Pradesh.
• Implementation of 73rd & 74th Constitutional amendments in Himachal Pradesh.
• Issues and Challenges, Programmes and policies for the welfare of differently-abled persons, women and children in Himachal Pradesh.

Unit Three

International Relations and Policies

• Bilateral, Regional and Global groupings and agreements involving India and affecting India’s interests.
• India’s look east policy.
• India’s relations with United States of America (U.S.A.), Russia, China, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Nepal, Maldives and Middle East Countries.
• Effects of the policies of developed and developing countries on India’s interest, Indian Diaspora.
• Important international Institutions.
• Cybercrime and drug menace & mechanism to detect and control it in Himachal Pradesh.
• Enactments made by Himachal Pradesh Government to protect and promote the interests of agrarian society.
• Various policies framed by the Government of Himachal Pradesh for the socioeconomic development of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes of the State.
• Tribal welfare administration, Tribal sub-plan and Single line administration in Himachal Pradesh.

Paper VI: General Studies – III

Unit One

Sub Unit–1: Characteristics of Indian Economy

• Demographic Profile, Demographic Dividend and Population Policy.
• Sectoral Composition with respect to contribution to Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and Employment.
• Poverty and Inequality, Unemployment, Inflation in India.
• Industrial Growth in India.
• Regulatory framework for money and banking: Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Commercial banks and Regional Rural Banks.
• Monetary policy, Foreign exchange, Balance of Payment Scenario.
• Foreign Trade: Policy, Composition and Direction, Impact of Liberalization / Privatization and Globalization.

Sub Unit 2: Economic Planning in India

• Five Year Plans: strategies and outcomes, Public / Private / Joint Sectors.
• Fiscal Policy, Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management Act, 2003, Debt and Investment in India: Current Status, Growth and Development experience including Natural Resource Management.
• Sustainable development and Inclusive growth.
• Measurement of economic development: Physical Quality of Life Index (PQLI), Millennium Development Goals, Human Development Index (HDI) / Gender Development Index (GDI) / Gender Empowerment Measure (GEM).
• Latest / Current Development Schemes / Initiatives / Institutional Changes.

Sub Unit 3: Economy of Himachal Pradesh

• Demographic profile and Human resource, Sectoral distribution of Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP).
• Diversification in Agriculture and allied activities, Land tenure and size of land holdings.
• Industrialization in the state.
• Skilled / Unskilled labour.
• Revenue generation with special reference to hydro potential, tourism, flora and fauna.
• Cottage and Small Scale Industries.
• Tax base, Pros and Cons of Special Category status.
• Appraisal of education, Health, Physical and Financial Infrastructure Development.

Unit Two

Sub Unit 1: Applications of Space Technology

• Important missions and programmes of Department of Space and Indian Space Research Organization.
• Historical evolution of Indian Space programme.
• Remote Sensing and Communication satellites.

Sub Unit 2: Developments in Energy Sectors

• Hydro power, non-conventional sources of energy and nuclear energy including policies, programmes, and research base in the country.
• Role of energy in sustainable development.

Sub Unit 3: Modern and Emerging Technologies in Himachal Pradesh

• Biotechnology policy, research, vision, scope and applications for developing horticulture, medicinal and aromatic plants resources of the State.
• IT policy of Himachal Pradesh and its role in governance.
• State Biodiversity strategy and Action Plan.
• Relevance and role of Intellectual Property Rights, Geographical Indications and Traditional wisdom and knowledge in sustainable development of the State.

Unit Three

Sub Unit 1: Environment Protection and Climate Change

• Issues, concerns, policies, programmes, conventions, treaties and missions aimed at environment protection, and dealing with the problem of climate change.
• State of environment reports. Environment protection and pollution control Act and rules.
• Environment Impact Assessment.
• National Action plans on Climate Change.
• Himalayan ecology, biosphere reserve, Science and economics of climate change.
• Social and ethical issues in use of Biotechnology.

Sub Unit 2: Developments in Agriculture and Horticulture

• National mission for sustainable agriculture, mission for integrated development of horticulture.
• Concept of organic farming, seed certification, rainwater harvesting, techniques of irrigation and soil conservations and soil health cards.

Sub Unit 3: Tourism Policy and Initiatives in Himachal Pradesh

• Types of tourism: religious, adventure, heritage, Important tourist destinations in Himachal Pradesh.
• Social, Economic and Cultural implications of Tourism.
• Concept of Eco-Tourism and green tourism and their role in sustainable development of the State.
• Environmental concerns of tourism industry, both positive and negative effects including climate change with reference to Himachal Pradesh.

HPPSC Mains Optional Subject

Here is the list of optional subjects prescribed in the HPPSC HPAS mains syllabus PDF shared below.

Subject	Subject
Indian History	Agriculture
Political Science and International Relation	Mechanical Engineering
Mathematics	Electrical Engineering
Statistics	Civil Engineering
Economics	Hindi
Commerce and Accountancy	Sanskrit
Chemistry	Urdu
Botany	English Literature
Zoology	Psychology
Philosophy	Geology
Law	Physics
Sociology	Animal Husbandry andVeterinary Science
Public Administration	Anthropology
Management	Forestry
Geography	Horticulture
Medical Sciences	–

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